
Douglas A. Yerkeson, IP Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
Over 32 years of legal practice
PartneratBose McKinney & Evans LLP
Indianapolis, IN
Practicing ip in Indianapolis since 1994.
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Douglas A. Yerkeson is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on IP. Douglas has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bose McKinney & Evans LLP.
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- Indianapolis, IN
- Experience
- over 32 years
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- IP
- Handles IP matters from Indianapolis, IN.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Douglas A. Yerkeson: Douglas A. Yerkeson is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on IP. Douglas has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bose McKinney & Evans LLP.
Areas of practice
Douglas's practice areas in Indianapolis
Douglas concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Indianapolis, Indiana
Douglas takes ip matters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Douglas A. Yerkeson, ip attorney serving Indianapolis
Douglas A. Yerkeson is a partner based in Indianapolis, IN. The practice focuses on IP. Douglas has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bose McKinney & Evans LLP. Douglas works from Indianapolis, Indiana and takes on ip matters across the region.
Douglas Yerkeson is a partner in the Intellectual Property Group, assisting clients in patent, trademark and copyright matters. Doug provides patent novelty, validity, non-infringement and freedom-to-use analyses and options. He also represents clients in domestic and international patent and trademark applications.
Prior to becoming an attorney, Doug was the chief test engineer for a defense contractor in Cincinnati during the development of a major weapons system including safety and arming devices for missiles.
Honors / Awards
2020 Patent Pro Bono Certificate, United States Patent and Trademark Office; Who’s Who in America (56th and 57th editions); Who’s Who in American Law (12th edition); Student Award, American Railway Engineering Association; Pi Tau Sigma International Mechanical Engineering Honor Society; Tau Beta Pi National Engineering Honor Society
How Douglas handles ip matters
Douglas Yerkeson is a partner in the Intellectual Property Group, assisting clients in patent, trademark and copyright matters. Doug provides patent novelty, validity, non-infringement and freedom-to-use analyses and options. He also represents clients in domestic and international patent and trademark applications. Prior to becoming an attorney, Doug was the chief test engineer for a defense…
Who Douglas represents
Douglas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Indianapolis and the surrounding Indiana area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Douglas studied and practices
University of Cincinnati College of Law
J.D. · 1993
University of Cincinnati
B.S.M.E. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Douglas's state bar admissions
Indiana registered t
2002 · ACTIVE
Ohio
1994 · ACTIVE
Douglas studied at J.D. in University of Cincinnati College of Law and B.S.M.E. in University of Cincinnati.
Law school and academic background
Douglas completed J.D. in University of Cincinnati College of Law and B.S.M.E. in University of Cincinnati. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Douglas runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
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Douglas's professional memberships and bar associations
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Locations
Douglas A. Yerkeson's office in Indianapolis
Douglas's primary office is at 111 Monument Circle, Suite 2700, Indianapolis, IN, 46204. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Bose McKinney & Evans LLP
111 Monument Circle, Suite 2700
Indianapolis, IN 46204
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How to hire Douglas A. Yerkeson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Douglas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Douglas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Douglas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Douglas
Douglas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Douglas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Douglas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Douglas A. Yerkeson
How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Douglas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Douglas offer a free consultation?
Douglas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Douglas's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Indiana typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Douglas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Douglas take my case if I'm outside Indianapolis?
Douglas is licensed in Indiana. Matters governed by Indiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Douglas will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Douglas?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Douglas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Douglas accepting new ip clients right now?
Douglas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Indianapolis, Fort Wayne and Carmel in Indiana
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